GenM Mindbender,
We are happy to welcome you to GenLayer!
This guide is your roadmap to get straight into the action so you can start contributing meaningfully from day one. We’re here to ensure that every contribution you make is both seen and celebrated.
Your journey at GenLayer starts with engagement. We recommend diving into our Discord first to connect with our community of incredible, forward-thinking Mindbenders (aka GenFrens). Once you've settled in, make sure to bridge that connection over to our X Community.
Quality conversations are key.
Great communities are built on connections. Whether you’re diving into GenLayer updates or just chatting about life, we’re here for it. Your unique perspective is what makes this a space people actually want to hang out in. Bring your authentic self to the conversation, the roles will follow.
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Once you communicate in our #neural-activity channel briefly, you earn the “Molecule” role and gain access to all of our entry-level community channels**.**
Roles in our community have their unique perks, and responsibilities.
Role Progression requires a certain amount of Discord XPs and POAPs (Proof of attendance Protocol) and as you reach higher, new requirements await you.
Our community role structure:
| Role | Requirements | Perks |
|---|---|---|
| Mindbender | Get verified | Access to #neural-activity channel |
| Molecule | - Level 1 | Access to all entry channels |
| Can send images | ||
| Synapse | - Level 16 + 8 GenLayer POAPs | |
| Access to #synapse-beats music channel | ||
| Birthday channel | ||
| Brain | - Level 32 + 16 GenLayer POAPs |
Singularity | - Level 46 + 28 GenLayer POAPs
Functional Roles:
| Neurocreative | Hand-picked by the Team | Access to exclusive #neurocreatives channel |
|---|---|---|
| Builder Working Group | Hand-picked by the Team | Access to exclusive #builders-wg channel |
| Neurohost | Application | Access to #Neurohost coordination channel |
| Certified GenFren | 10/10 correct answers in GenFren Quiz | Special Certified GenFren Badge |
| Neurobuilder | Opt-in role in #role-info | Access to builder channels |
| Neurotweets | Opt-in role in #role-info channel | Gets notified for our X posts |
| Neurogamer | Opt-in role in #role-info channel | Gets notified for games and events |
** The Singularity role is GenLayer’s highest community role, recognizing members with a strong understanding of GenLayer who consistently go above and beyond. It recognizes sustained, high-impact contributions from those who actively help grow, support, and strengthen the ecosystem through meaningful, exceptional contributions beyond basic participation or progression.* Applications are accepted during the last week of each month via tickets and reviewed at the end of the month. A maximum of two members per month may earn the role, with final selections made at month-end.
Role purges occur for long-term inactive members holding the Singularity, Brain, or Neurocreative roles.
Core Roles
| Community Core | Lead Moderators. Keeps our Discord running smoothly. Essential community support from helping organize our weekly events to refining our Discord structure, and guiding our moderation team. |
|---|---|
| Events Core | Helping design and coordinate events that keep the space engaging. Managing the Neurohost role, ensuring events run smoothly. |
| Content Core | Overseeing community’s creative output. Managing weekly content creation and contest workflows, help organize creative challenges, and highlight winning contributions. |
| Onboarding Core | Providing clear directions, maintaining channel clarity, and acting as a bridge between role tiers, helping new "Molecules" find their place among our "Brain & Singularity" members. |
| Builders Core | Providing the mentorship needed to build on GenLayer. |
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Here’s how you earn XP and POAPs: